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No need to plead with sons to finish plate

When my sons were little, they had issues with tomatoes. And beans. And cottage cheese. If there was any hope that they'd eat a glob of mashed potatoes, I had to turn it into a clown's face. I cajoled. I pleaded.

Improved vehicle reports are key to driver protection

ICBC's inclusion of more comprehensive information in its vehicle claims history report improves an important buying tool for consumers, according to the Motor Vehicle Sales Authority of B.C.
Lexus ES defines a new type of luxury car

Lexus ES defines a new type of luxury car

'Neo-Luxury - Neo Smart' ES handles better than its predecessors
2013 Ford Flex

2013 Ford Flex

Ford is so called "crossover" vehicle is really a "cool looking, modern version" of a '60s power wagon.
Good but not great

Good but not great

This is a tough market, with so many first class vehicles now running around. In this sea of mid-size and full-size SUVs, more and more vehicles are beginning to feel kind of "average" even though they may perform well in most attributes.
Good but not great

Good but not great

This is a tough market, with so many first class vehicles now running around. In this sea of mid-size and full-size SUVs, more and more vehicles are beginning to feel kind of "average" even though they may perform well in most attributes.

Always room for another jar of red pepper jelly

Attraction of farmers' market too much to pass up

Spring top-dressing best for container perennials

This week I answer readers' questions: Q: Since I'm in Vancouver, some of the annuals in my containers sprout again the following year. I also have perennial plants and bulbs in some of these containers.
2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI

2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI

The Passat has been transformed from bumper to bumper, and the transformation is remarkable. The completely redesigned Volkswagen Passat is bigger, a better value and has lost some of its German accent since coming to America.
Ford Mustang GT convertible makes a statement

Ford Mustang GT convertible makes a statement

The Mustang has always been a unique vehicle with its own character and performance traits that set it apart from many other "average" sports coupes in the marketplace.